Surgical Procedures

Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth, and extraction is not always necessary. Wisdom teeth can remain impacted or partially impacted due to reasons such as obstruction by the adjacent tooth, bone structure, and lack of space.

When partially impacted, it can cause food impaction, decay in the adjacent permanent tooth, and inflammation of the wisdom tooth. In these cases, the wisdom tooth needs to be extracted.

In case of wisdom tooth inflammation (pericronitis), swelling, redness, limited mouth opening, and pain radiating to the ear may be observed. In such an acute situation, antibiotics are prescribed first. In the second session, local anesthesia is applied, and after the area is numbed, the tooth extraction is performed without pain. Although the duration of the procedure varies depending on the position, angle, and impaction of the tooth, no pain occurs during the procedure.

During pregnancy, surgery is postponed unless there is a significant reason. During pregnancy, especially in the first three months, medical interventions are generally minimized or postponed. This is a recommended practice to minimize any negative impact on the baby’s development and health.

However, in some emergency situations (e.g., tooth abscess, severe toothache, or infections), surgery may be performed during pregnancy. If the procedure cannot be postponed, it should be preferred in the second trimester (the second three months of pregnancy).

A sinus lift procedure is performed in cases of missing teeth in the posterior regions of the upper jaw, or when there is insufficient bone in the area where an implant will be placed. Bone graft and periosteum are used to create bone in the sinus area. This procedure increases the bone volume in the area where the implant will be placed, allowing for more reliable implant placement. This provides the necessary stability and durability for successful implant placement.